🎉 Welcome to Core Four Adventures! 🎉 Join us as we kick off an incredible Mediterranean cruise series to celebrate Pepper's 50th birthday! 🥳
In this first episode, our journey begins with an exciting start as we board the inaugural direct flight from San Francisco 🌉 to Barcelona 🇪🇸 with United Airlines. The anticipation was high as we touched down in the vibrant heart of Catalonia, ready for an unforgettable adventure!
👉 **United Airlines:** [United Airlines](https://www.united.com/)
👉 **San Francisco International Airport:** [SFO](https://www.flysfo.com/)
🏨 We start our adventure by checking into the sleek and modern Hotel Occidental Diagonal 414, perfectly situated for our Barcelona explorations: [Hotel Occidental Diagonal 414](https://www.barcelo.com/en-us/occidental-diagonal-414/)
Our first taste of Barcelona was a culinary delight! 🍽️ We headed to **La Pepita**, a charming restaurant known for its innovative tapas and vibrant ambiance: [La Pepita](https://www.lapepitabcn.com/)
From there, the next day was filled with iconic sights and unforgettable experiences:
🌳 **Parc Güell:** We wandered through Gaudí's fantastical park, marveling at the whimsical architecture and enjoying panoramic views of the city: [Parc Güell](https://www.parkguell.barcelona/en)
🍽️ **La Boqueria:** This bustling market on La Rambla was a feast for the senses, with its colorful stalls brimming with local produce and exotic treats: [La Boqueria](https://www.boqueria.barcelona/)
🚶♀️ **La Rambla:** We strolled down this famous boulevard, soaking in the lively atmosphere and vibrant street life of Barcelona: [La Rambla](https://www.barcelona-tourist-guide.com/en/ramblas/barcelona-las-ramblas.html)
🏠 **Casa Batlló:** Gaudí's architectural masterpiece left us in awe with its organic shapes and stunning facade: [Casa Batlló](https://www.casabatllo.es/en/)
🪄 **La Sagrada Familia:** We were captivated by the sheer grandeur and intricate details of Gaudí's iconic basilica, a true marvel of modernist design: [La Sagrada Familia](https://sagradafamilia.org/en/)
🍺 **La Sagrada Cerveseria:** Taking a break from sightseeing, we relaxed at this cozy beer bar, enjoying a refreshing local brew: [La Sagrada Cerveseria](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g187497-d5963661-Reviews-La_Sagrada_Cerveseria-Barcelona_Catalonia.html)
🍹 **Babula Bar:** We wrapped up our day with a spectacular dinner at Babula Bar, indulging in delicious Mediterranean dishes in a trendy and cozy setting: [Babula Bar](https://www.babulabar.com/)
Stay tuned for more episodes as we set sail on the luxurious **NCL Escape** for our Mediterranean cruise adventure, where more exciting destinations await: [NCL Escape](https://www.ncl.com/cruise-ship/escape)
We can’t wait to explore stunning locales, savor delectable cuisine, and celebrate Pepper's milestone birthday in style! 🎂🌟
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**Links to places we visited:**
- **United Airlines:** [United Airlines](https://www.united.com/)
- **San Francisco International Airport:** [SFO](https://www.flysfo.com/)
- **Hotel Occidental Diagonal 414:** [Hotel Occidental Diagonal 414](https://www.barcelo.com/en-us/occidental-diagonal-414/)
- **La Pepita:** [La Pepita](https://www.lapepitabcn.com/)
- **Parc Güell:** [Parc Güell](https://www.parkguell.barcelona/en)
- **La Boqueria:** [La Boqueria](https://www.boqueria.barcelona/)
- **La Rambla:** [La Rambla](https://www.barcelona-tourist-guide.com/en/ramblas/barcelona-las-ramblas.html)
- **Casa Batlló:** [Casa Batlló](https://www.casabatllo.es/en/)
- **La Sagrada Familia:** [La Sagrada Familia](https://sagradafamilia.org/en/)
- **La Sagrada Cerveseria:** [La Sagrada Cerveseria](https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g187497-d5963661-Reviews-La_Sagrada_Cerveseria-Barcelona_Catalonia.html)
- **Babula Bar:** [Babula Bar](https://www.babulabar.com/)
- **NCL Escape:** [NCL Escape](https://www.ncl.com/cruise-ship/escape)
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See you in the next adventure! 🌍✈️🛳️
Music:
We Are by Kisma
Summer Sidewalk by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sunny Travel by Nico Staf
Ice Cream by Joey Pecoraro
Out of the Skies, Under the Earth by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Pink Flamingo by Doug Maxwell